Track Rods

• Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

• The track rod (tie rod) connects the steering rack to the steering knuckle/steering arm, allowing the front wheels to respond to steering input. In classic 911/914 cars the standard length is optimised for standard ride height and steering geometry.
• When you lower a vehicle, change front ride height, fit stiffer springs, wider tyres or change front geometry, the original tie rod length may no longer maintain correct rod end engagement, steering rack to knuckle alignment, or sufficient thread engagement for safe mounting.
• An increased-length track rod gives extra adjustment range and corrects for the altered vertical/horizontal geometry by providing extra length, which helps maintain correct steering geometry, avoid binding, ensure full thread engagement, and reduce bump-steer or misalignment under load.
  
• Specifically the +38 mm version provides considerably more length than standard, giving more flexibility for extreme lowering or wide tyres/modified front hubs.

• After lowering the front ride height significantly, the original tie rods are too short (leading to lack of adjustment, bound joints, or risk of insufficient thread engagement).
• Steering geometry issues such as bump-steer, uneven tyre wear, or altered steering feel (e.g., the front wheels feel unstable, wander, or kick in bumps) – these can be caused by improper tie-rod length relative to wheel/knuckle geometry.
  
• Visual inspection: the tie-rod ends are near the limit of adjustment (either fully extended or fully retracted), or the threads of the original rods are nearing their limit.
• You are running a performance setup (wider tyres, different hubs, lowered suspension) where the standard rod length restricts your alignment or fine-tuning.
• If one side of the front geometry is different (e.g., due to camber adjustment or lowered on one side) and standard rods don’t allow symmetric correction.

• Preserves steering geometry: With modified suspension or ride height, correct rod length is essential to maintain proper steering rack to knuckle relationship, avoid undue forces, ensure proper articulation and reduce wear on joints.
  
• Improves safety and precision: Ensuring that the tie-rod ends have sufficient thread engagement and correct length helps avoid failure or undesirable steering behaviour under load.
  
• Supports performance modifications: If you’ve lowered the car, increased front negative camber, fitted wider tyres or track-prepared it, the standard rods often become a compromise — an increased-length rod restores capacity and tuning range.
  
• Reduces bump-steer/inconsistent behaviour: By allowing correct geometry under lowered height, the longer rod helps reduce unintended toe change under suspension movement, improving steadiness.
  
• Restoration/fitment: For highly modified or custom builds (wheels, track width, hub offsets) this rod gives the flexibility to adapt without resorting to custom rod making.

• Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
• Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
• Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
• Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
• Porsche 914 (1970-1976)
  
  

• Protects the tie rod ball joint / linkage by ensuring the rubber bellow (boot) stays in the correct position, sealing out dirt, water, and grit that cause wear.
• Maintains steering durability: by keeping debris out, it helps preserve the life of tie rods, joints, and bushings.
  
• Stabilizes the boot shape so it doesn’t collapse, shift, or expose the joint under steering movement.
  
• Helps prevent premature wear of components linked to steering geometry, as a good seal reduces contamination and ensures consistent lubrication.

• Torn or misaligned tie rod boot / bellow - The rubber boot may sag, shift, or pull away from its proper anchor point.
  
• Grease or lubricant loss / leakage - The joint may lose its grease or lubricant because the boot is not sealing properly.
  
• Contaminant ingress / accelerated wear - Dirt, dust, water, or grit may get into the joint, causing more rapid wear, noise, or looseness.
  
• Steering feel deterioration / looseness - Over time, the tie rod joint may become sloppy due to contamination or lubricant loss, leading to vague steering feel, play, or imprecision.
  
• Visible damage or missing piece - The support itself may be cracked, broken, or missing, leaving only the boot unsupported.
  
  

• A missing or damaged bellow support can cause boot misalignment, grease leakage, and premature tie rod wear. Replacing it ensures the steering linkage remains clean, tight, and correctly sealed — preserving your Porsche’s handling precision and steering feel.  

• Porsche 911 1965-1968 2.0L / 912 SWB (F)
• Porsche 911 1968-1973 2.2L / 2.4L / 2.7L RS LWB (F)
• Porsche 911 1974-1977 2.7L / 1976-77 3.0 Carrera
• Porsche 911 1978-1983 3.0L / SC
• Porsche 911 1984-1986 3.2L
• Porsche 911 1987-1989 3.2L G50
• Porsche 911 1975-1977 3.0L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 911 1978-1989 3.3L Turbo (930)
• Porsche 914 (1970-1976)

• Corrects tie rod angle / drop: Especially on lowered vehicles, the stock tie rod geometry can cause the tie rod ends to sit at an undesirable angle, contributing to bump steer (the tendency for the wheels to turn slightly under vertical suspension movement). The adjustable kit lets you reposition the tie rod so the geometry is closer to optimal.
• Provides a stiff, precise joint: Because it’s monoball (spherical bearing), the joint is more rigid and precise compared to a bush-type joint, with less compliance, thus improving steering feedback and consistency under load.
  
• Allows precise adjustment: Many bump steer kits allow vertical movement in fine increments (e.g. 1 mm steps) to dial the ideal steering geometry.
  
• Maintains alignment under suspension travel: As the suspension compresses or rebounds, the improved geometry helps avoid unintended steering changes (i.e. bump steer), which improves stability and handling.
  
  

• When driving over undulations or bumps, the wheels may steer themselves slightly (you feel the car “pull” or twitch).
• The steering may feel loose, vague, or lack consistency as the suspension travels.
• Especially at the tie rod ends, you may hear clunks, or feel play in steering when the joint is worn.

Why Replacement / Upgrading Matters:

• Correct geometry after modifications: If your car is lowered or has suspension changes, the stock tie rod alignment may cause bump steer. Upgrading to a monoball adjustable kit restores proper geometry.
  
• Improved steering precision: Rigid joints (monoball) reduce compliance and provide sharper, more direct feedback.
  
• Consistency under dynamic load: Helps maintain alignment as the suspension moves, making handling more predictable and safer at speed.
  
• Better durability: Quality monoball joints and upgraded materials withstand fatigue, wear, and stress better than aged or rubber-jointed stock parts.
  
• Essential for track / performance use: In motorsport settings, the steering must remain constant under all conditions — this kit helps ensure that.

 


Fits
Porsche 911/912/914 1965-1968
Extra Long With Tie-Rod Ends

Improve steering precision and feedback

Turbo tie rods improve feedback and steering precision by replacing the rubber tie rod bushings with ball socket ends. Originally equipped on the 911 turbo, they can be installed on the normal 911, 912, & 914.

We offer turbo tie rods in standard length for '69-'89 911 series cars, and a special extra-long version for '65-'68 911/912. The '65-'68 cars have a narrow steering rack which causes inadequate tie rod thread engagement without our extra long turbo tie rods.

The standard kits are complete with tie rods, spacing washers, and steering rack boots for both sides. We also offer the kits without the tie rod ends. Choose this option if you are using a tie rod end bump steer kit